Paleo Grilled Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic
Elevate your backyard cooking game with this Paleo Grilled Broccoli with Lemon and Garlic—a quick, flavorful side dish that's as healthy as it is delicious! Tender broccoli florets are tossed in a vibrant blend of olive oil, freshly minced garlic, and zesty lemon juice, then grilled to smoky perfection for a delightful charred flavor. Topped with bright lemon zest and seasoned simply with sea salt and black pepper, this paleo-friendly and gluten-free recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect weeknight side or barbecue favorite. Whether you're sticking to a paleo lifestyle or just looking for a fresh vegetable recipe with a citrusy twist, this dish is a must-try!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Rinse the broccoli florets under cold water and drain well. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 3
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 4
Zest the lemon and set the zest aside. Then, cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into a small bowl.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets with the olive oil, minced garlic, half of the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss well to ensure the broccoli is evenly coated.
Step 6
Place the broccoli florets in a grilling basket or directly on the grill grates. Grill them for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the broccoli is tender and slightly charred.
Step 7
Transfer the grilled broccoli to a serving platter.
Step 8
Drizzle the remaining lemon juice over the broccoli and sprinkle with lemon zest.
Step 9
Serve immediately as a savory side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (471.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 384.6 |
| Total Fat 28.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1272.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.7g | |
| Protein 14.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 219.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 159.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories